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Gary Gilbert Masonry
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Brick or Stone - Tuck-pointingBrick, Stone or Block Wall - RepairBrick or Stone Siding: Repair or Partially Replace+5 more

Serving Effingham, NH and surrounding areas

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In business since 1980

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I met with Gary in October to discuss adding a granite cap to my outdoor fire pit. The original fire pit stone and mortar had deteriorated. Gary was able to work with a stone quarry and have them create a round sold granite cap to go over the existing stone. The granite was delivered and placed on top of the pit today as he had to drive a truck across my lawn and we wanted to be sure the ground was frozen. He will return in the spring to finish the work by applying mortar under the granite and he will also do some stone wall repair at that time. While this project has been long and slow, Gary always quickly responded to my text and phone messages. The cost was more than I would like, but material costs are very high everywhere right now. I will definitely work with Gary again."
Response time8 hrs
27 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Northern Basement Systems
4.6(
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Foundation, Basement or Crawlspace - Waterproofing / EncapsulationConcrete Foundation - RepairBasement Drainage Channels - Install+3 more

Serving Effingham, NH and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Northern basements was able to fit us in quickly, pulled our crooked cement wall back in-place and sealed the wall to prevent future leaks.  The work was timely, communication was friendly and detailed, and price was as to be expected for the large amount of work that needed to be done.  We are very pleased with the whole process as well as the results.
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Response time1 day
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
J&S Masonry
3.4(
38
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Brick, Stone or Block Wall - InstallBrick and Stone Flatwork - RepairBrick or Stone - Tuck-pointing+6 more

Serving Effingham, NH and surrounding areas

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In business since 2005

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

J & S Masonry is a locally owned and operated business. We take pride in every job we do and guarantee 100% customer satisfaction. Our reliability, professionalism, and attention to detail are second to none. Call now for a free and fair estimate!

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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NH Projects LLC
5.0(
20
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Basement Drainage Channels - Install

Serving Effingham, NH and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Free estimates

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"Lenny and Nick went above my expectations! I told them what I wanted, Nick sketched out a plan, and it was perfect! My basement is absolutely beautiful! They were reliable, prompt, and told me everything that was going on! I would highly recommend this company for any remodel! Bravo guys!"
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+8

Response time5 hrs
Response rate87%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Your Chimney Doctor
4.9(
16
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Brick or Stone - Tuck-pointingBrick or Stone - Tuckpointing - For Business

Serving Effingham, NH and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Our chimney needed to be raised and brought up to current code, and the solution was handled the right way from start to finish. The chimney was lifted to the proper height and securely strapped to meet structural and safety requirements. Everything was measured, reinforced, and stabilized so it’s not just compliant, but solid moving forward. The work was well planned, clearly explained, and executed with attention to both function and appearance. It’s reassuring knowing the chimney now meets code and is properly supported."
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Mailbox rebuild
Restack & Rebuild
Garage Rebuild
Full grind & repoint

+8

12 neighbors recently requested a quote
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HANDY ANDY SPECIALTY SERVICES LLC
4.9(
10
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Brick or Stone - Tuck-pointing

Serving Effingham, NH and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I had them do a cleaning and inspection of my chimney and they found damages to the brickwork and the top of the chimney. They installed a new cap and their cost was so reasonable. All their work is guaranteed as well, which is reassuring. They were clean, efficient and courteous. I would highly recommend Handy Andy and in fact they are doing an estimate for my neighbor to whom I recommended them to."
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Masonry questions, answered by experts

You can use adhesive strips to hang lights on brick—just make sure you get outdoor mounting tape and not just any old double-sided tape for your project.

Brick spalling—which refers to the crumbly, flaky, or pitted appearance that can develop over time—is caused by a few different conditions. These include:

  • Climates with constant freeze-thaw cycles

  • Use of non-breathable sealants

  • High-pressure water cleaning

  • Improper installation

While you can’t do anything about the weather, you can preserve your bricks by cleaning them with soapy water and a good old-fashioned scrubbing. Pressure washers may be satisfying to use, but they can eventually wear away the surface of your bricks. If you don’t have advanced-level DIY skills in masonry, you can hire a reputable masonry contractor in your area for your project.

The best tool for drilling into brick or mortar is a rotary hammer drill which is a large hammer drill with low rotation speed and high torque. Regular drills with a hammer function are also excellent tools for drilling into brick when the diameter of the hole is 1/2 inch or less. It might be possible to drill into brick with a standard drill if you’re only drilling a very small hole, but note that masonry work will put a lot of wear on a standard drill, and the tool may not be strong enough to get through brick.

Professionally done brick repointing can last 20 to 30 years, sometimes longer. However, the exact lifespan depends on several factors, including the quality of the mortar, the skill of the mason, and exposure to weather. If you live in an area with harsh weather or frequent freeze-thaw cycles, you may need to repoint more often. Repointing that is done as a DIY project may only last 10 to 15 years. It's time to repoint when you notice signs of mortar failure, such as crumbling or missing mortar, holes, or vines growing between the bricks. Regular inspections can help you catch these issues early.

If your old bricks are in decent condition and you have the space to store them where they’ll be protected from the elements, keeping old bricks is often worthwhile. You’d spend anywhere from $70 to a few hundred dollars to have them removed from your property, in which case you won’t be able to use them for future projects. Holding on to old bricks in good condition means you can use them later for other DIY projects, potentially saving yourself some money on disposal and new materials down the road.

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